Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500327 PMR Inpatient OT

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCD 211

Compensation Range:

$61,983.00 - $80,578.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, plans and carries out occupational therapy programs for individuals based on the diagnosis and evaluation of the physician. Facilitates rehabilitation and helps patients achieve a fulfilled and satisfied state in life through purposeful activity or interventions designed to achieve occupational outcomes that promote health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and implements treatment programs involving exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, and vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations, and information provided by family members, physicians, nursing staff, and others.
• Educates patients and families in self-care techniques, home modifications, therapeutic exercises, activities, equipment, and other relevant areas necessary for patient functioning and well-being.
• Communicates with other team members throughout the hospital related to patient progress, therapy recommendations, and barriers to discharge.
• Maintains required patient and department records.
• Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Graduation form curriculum approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association and completion of both didactic and clinical work required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Application for license by New York State upon hire required
• Occupational Therapist-NY within 1 year required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.